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Writer Cliona Elliott has returned from the dirt roads of Australia’s Red Centre with dust on her hiking boots ready to share the things you need to know before travelling to Uluru.<\/strong><\/strong>  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nothing prepares you for the vastness of the Outback<\/a> or the feeling of seeing a 500-million-year-old monolith rising from an otherwise flat desert. Yes, Intrepid\u2019s Best of Uluru & Kings Canyon trip<\/a> was everything I imagined it would be and so much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But as remarkable as the Red Centre is, it\u2019s not a place you can just rock up to. The desert terrain and heat can be unforgiving, shops and amenities are few and far between, and you\u2019ll often spend hours driving without seeing another soul.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From responsibly connecting with First Nations cultures to much-needed fly nets, here\u2019s everything you need to know before you visit Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Uluru\u2019s just the tip of the rock<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

No, seriously, the 348-metre-tall rock is merely the tip of a giant formation extending up to six kilometres underground. Uluru and Kata Tjuta formed in the Petermann Ranges around 500 million years ago. Rain flowed down the mountains, eroding sand and rock into large fan shapes. The ocean then covered the area and the weight of the seabed transformed the fans into sandstone (Uluru) and rock (Kata Tjuta). The sea disappeared, tectonic plates shifted and softer rocks eroded, resulting in the natural spectacle you see today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Uluru is the heart of Australia in more ways than one <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As fascinating as the geology is, Uluru and Kata Tjuta are so much more than cool rocks \u2013 they\u2019re the spiritual heart of one of the world’s oldest living cultures. Mind-blowingly, they\u2019re also the geographical heart of Australia<\/a>. Coincidence? I think not.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Anangu people (pronounced: arn-ung-oo) are the Traditional Custodians of Uluru and Kata Tjuta, with over 60,000 years of knowledge, stories and traditions. They believe the formations are physical evidence of the ancestral beings who created the world. Uluru is so much more than a rock and when you take the time to listen and learn, the formations come alive and there\u2019s a palpable sacredness to it all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s impossible to uncover 60,000 years of history in a few days, but I walked away with a much deeper understanding and appreciation of the land and the stories it holds. So yes, get the classic shot of Uluru glaring in the golden-hour sun, but don\u2019t forget to pause and reflect on where you are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. The Red Centre is greener than you imagine <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With a name like the Red Centre, you\u2019d expect everything to be very, well, red. But I was surprised by how green it was. We went in late May after a wetter-than-usual summer, so the desert flora was thriving. Bush tomatoes were growing on the sides of the road, desert roses were in bloom in Kings Canyon<\/a> and the fuzzy flower of the witchetty bush added a splash of yellow to the rusty-red landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. You can\u2019t climb Uluru <\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Climbing Uluru was banned in 2019 after years of campaigning. It was essentially akin to climbing onto a church altar <\/a>or holy shrine. Hundreds of thousands of people scaled Uluru every year and you can still see the old climbing route, which locals now call the \u2018scar of Uluru\u2019. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are so many more meaningful ways to experience Uluru, anyway. Listen to Anangu Creation stories at the tranquil Mutitjulu Waterhole, learn about caves reserved for sacred men\u2019s and women\u2019s business, or see ancient rock paintings up close.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read more:<\/strong> <\/a>5 of Australia\u2019s best First Nations bush-food experiences<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Don\u2019t miss the opportunity to engage with First Nations peoples<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A highlight of the trip was the Karrke Aboriginal Cultural Experience just outside Watarrka National Park. Our guides, Peter and Natasha, are Western Aranda\/Pertame (Southern Aranda) people and the experience took place on Country where they live in a small community of just 10 people. It felt very intimate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We were welcomed to Country with a smoking ceremony, a custom practised for tens of thousands of years. Peter and Natasha called upon their ancestors in their language to protect us on our journey and invited us to walk through white smoke to cleanse and restore our energy. This is an experience I’ll never forget. They also taught us the word, ‘palya’, which is spoken across the Central Desert region. <\/em>Natasha explained that it <\/em>can mean \u2018hello\u2019, \u2018bye\u2019, \u2018okay\u2019, \u2018good\u2019, \u2018lovely\u2019, \u2018wonderful\u2019 or any other positive feeling from your spirit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They were so generous with their knowledge. We learned about bush tucker and medicine, ancient ways of communicating with sand drawings, ceremonial ochre painting, the stories behind Aboriginal dot art, hunting weapons and more. We were even introduced to a live witchetty grub, a traditional protein source that supposedly tastes like peanut butter, popcorn or scrambled egg when cooked. I expected it to be wet and slimy, but it was surprisingly soft and dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. It\u2019s worth staying for a few days if you have time <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Uluru\u2019s the star of the show, but if you\u2019re thinking of dashing in and out for sunset and sunrise, you might want to rethink your plans. There\u2019s so much to see and do in the Red Centre, so it would be a shame not to stay for a few days if you can. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We started in Alice Springs and drove to Yulara (the closest town to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park<\/a>) over a few days. We explored the stunning Simpsons Gap and swam in the dreamy Ormiston Gorge (even if it was fresh<\/em>) in the West MacDonnell Ranges. We also did the Kings Canyon Rim Walk, which was a new favourite hike I\u2019ve done in Australia<\/a>. It\u2019s a steep climb to the plateau, but I was blown away by the colours, sweeping desert views and giant boulders in the Lost City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read more: Why Uluru is so much more than a rock<\/a><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7. You\u2019ll spend many hours driving<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You know when you see that squiggly line between Yulara and Alice Springs on Google Maps? It turns out it\u2019s a five-hour journey. The Outback<\/a> is vast. Like really<\/em> vast. And the reality is that you\u2019ll spend many hours on the road. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Central Australia is one of the most remote places on Earth and you\u2019ll often drive for hours without seeing another human. There aren\u2019t many places like this, so sit back and take it all in. Download a few podcasts, bring a good book (or don\u2019t, if it makes you car sick like me), or get to know your fellow travellers. After a few days, you\u2019ll be well acquainted with each other\u2019s pretty catching-flies-face (you know the one).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Toilet stops and shops are few and far between <\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You won\u2019t find your usual creature comforts in the Outback, but you\u2019ll stumble on a roadhouse every couple hundred kilometres or so. They\u2019re pretty basic with a fuel station, cafe and motel, but they provide respite for tired and hungry truckies and travellers. Some advice: toilets on the highway are scarce, so even if you don\u2019t need to use the bathroom when you get to a roadhouse, it\u2019s always worth popping in. But hey, with views like these, it\u2019s not that<\/em> bad if you need to pull over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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9. You can start\/finish in Alice Springs or Yulara <\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t want to use an extra week of annual leave to drive to and from Uluru (it can take a few days each way, depending on where you\u2019re starting), you\u2019ll need to fly. We had the option to finish in Yulara or get dropped off in Alice Springs at no extra cost. This was handy as it opened more options for flights, which aren\u2019t as regular as those to other destinations in Australia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Layer up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It’s hard to imagine wearing down jackets and beanies in the Outback. But while the days are warm or hot throughout the year, it can get surprisingly chilly after sunset, even in summer. In winter (June to August), it\u2019s not uncommon for temperatures to drop below freezing at night, or to wake up to ground frost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to packing, layering is key. Think shorts\/leggings, t-shirts and a mid-layer to wrap around your waist in the day and a warm jacket, long pants and a woolly hat for sunrise. If you\u2019re camping, thermals won\u2019t go amiss either.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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11. Bring snacks and supplies (especially if you have dietaries) <\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Food options are limited in the roadhouses (think sandwiches, toasties and deep-fried snacks), which isn\u2019t surprising when you\u2019re in the middle of nowhere. If you’re vegan, gluten-intolerant or have other dietary requirements, I\u2019d recommend grabbing supplies from a supermarket in Alice Springs or Yulara. Our leader had an esky (translation: cooler or coolbox) on the minibus, which was handy for storing snacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

12. Get ready to switch off<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I know it\u2019s tempting to spam your friends with endless Uluru sunset pics, but why not use the patchy phone signal as a rare opportunity to switch off and take a breather from the blue light. You can usually pick up a few bars at higher elevations or in the roadhouses, but if not, phone reception is pretty good at the resorts in Kings Canyon and Yulara.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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13. It\u2019s handy to have cash <\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s handy to carry a few notes with you \u2013 just in case a roadhouse card machine is down for whatever reason and you could really<\/em> do with that extra coffee. Local First Nations artists also sell hand-painted tapestries in the Ayers Rock Resort and the Uluru sunset-viewing area and it\u2019s easier to pay with cash. I bought a beautiful piece from a local man after we did the Kuniya Walk and I love that I now have a little bit of Uluru hanging up in my living room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

14. You\u2019ll meet people from all over the world<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the amazing things about the Outback is that it attracts people from all around the world. You\u2019ll be in a roadhouse in the middle of nowhere ordering a cuppa, yet you\u2019ll hear all sorts of languages and accents. Our leader shared many tales of local icons who visited the Red Centre and never left; there\u2019s an allure to it and I get why.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

15. Don\u2019t forget a head net <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Flies are rife in the Northern Territory, especially in the hot and sticky summer months. While they\u2019re not as bad in the winter, you might still want to come prepared with a fly net to cover your face if bugs bother you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

16. Uluru is the traditional name of the monolith<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Uluru has always been Uluru to the Anangu people, but for many years, it was also known as Ayers Rock. That’s due to an explorer named William Gosse who came across the monolith in 1873. He called it Ayers Rock in honour of his superior, Sir Henry Ayers, the Chief Secretary of South Australia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The monolith was officially renamed Ayers Rock \/ Uluru in 1993, but was renamed again in 2002 to Uluru \/ Ayers Rock to show respect for the Anangu people. It’s best to call Uluru by its traditional name to respect and acknowledge the Anangu’s custodianship of the land.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore Uluru and Kata Tjuta National Park with a local guide on an Intrepid trip through the Australian Outback<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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